Einstein Experts for Media
Biochemistry
Vern L. Schramm, Ph.D.
Professor, Biochemistry
Ruth Merns Chair in Biochemistry
BiochemistryEnzymesTranslational medicine
RicinAutoimmune diseases
Dr. Schramm is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and associate editor of the Journal of the American Chemical Society. His pioneering work in biochemistry has resulted in powerful new strategies for treating cancer, antibiotic resistance and autoimmune diseases. read more...
Steven C. Almo, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair, Biochemistry
Wollowick Family Foundation Chair in Multiple Sclerosis and Immunology
Director, Macromolecular Therapeutics Developmental Facility
BiochemistryDrug discoveryImmunotherapy and cancer
X-ray crystallography
Dr. Steven Almo is an internationally recognized leader in the field of structural biology. His lab uses high-resolution X-ray crystallography to determine the shapes and structures of proteins to better understand their function and help develop new drugs. The goal is to make immunotherapy treatments that more precisely and effectively treat a variety of cancers while causing far fewer side effects than current therapies. read more...